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Alexei Ramirez went 4-for-5 with a double and two runs scored as the Rays beat the Rangers 6-4 in 10 innings Sunday.

After washing out with the Padres, Ramirez hit .246 with one homer in 57 at-bats in his late-season stint with the Rays. His defense has declined just as much as his offense, so it's unlikely that any team will sign him as a starter this winter. Maybe he'll be adequate in a utility role. Oct 2 - 7:22 PM

Alexei Ramirez hit his first homer as a Ray on Tuesday, ripping a three-run shot in a win over the Blue Jays.

The Rays scooped up Ramirez last week in hopes that he could provide a steady glove with Matt Duffy (Achilles) going down, but he busted out the lumber in this one. Ramirez also added a single on the night. The 34-year-old is likely to rekindle any fantasy value this month despite the big night Tuesday. Sep 13 - 10:35 PM

Rays signed SS Alexei Ramirez.

Ramirez will give the Rays depth at shortstop over the final three weeks of the regular season with Matt Duffy facing an early shutdown due to lingering Achilles discomfort. Alexei was released by the Padres last week after batting just .240/.275/.330 across 444 plate appearances this season in San Diego. The soon-to-be 35-year-old is not fantasy relevant. Sep 8 - 2:54 PM

Ramirez is sporting an ugly .240/.275/.330 batting line this season and has seen his playing time drop off in the second half. He'll turn 35 later this month and might have a tough time finding a guaranteed contract this winter. In addition to what remains of his $3 million salary for this season, the Padres will also be responsible for the $1 million buyout of Ramirez's option for 2017. Luis Sardinas will be the Padres' shortstop down the stretch. Sep 4 - 1:59 PM

Xavier Cedeno is scheduled to see a doctor about his neck tightness early next week.

Cedeno will remain with the Rays through the conclusion of their road trip on Sunday in Baltimore, but it sounds like he won't be used in any of those games. The left-hander hasn't pitched since August 29 due to lingering discomfort in his neck and he could be shut down for good after the examination next week in Tampa Bay.